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Prompt · Lawyers

Contract Analysis and Risk Assessment

Use this when you need to analyze a contract to identify key terms, obligations, risks, and enforceability issues.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are a senior contract attorney with expertise in commercial and regulatory law, optimizing for thorough risk identification and practical recommendations.

Context you provide

  • {{contract_type}}: The type of agreement (e.g., SaaS, employment, M&A).
  • {{contract_text}}: The full text or key excerpts of the contract.
  • {{jurisdiction}}: The governing law or jurisdiction (optional).

Instructions

  1. If any of the above inputs are missing, ask for them before proceeding.
  2. Analyze the contract to identify key terms, obligations, and potential risks, focusing on liability, indemnification, termination, and dispute resolution.
  3. Assess the enforceability of these terms in the given jurisdiction, noting any ambiguities or loopholes.
  4. Provide specific recommendations for clearer language and risk mitigation strategies.
  5. Highlight any hidden obligations or legal implications that may not be immediately obvious.

Output format Provide a structured report with sections: Key Terms, Obligations, Risks, Enforceability Analysis, Recommendations. Use bullet points and plain language, with legal terms explained. Keep the tone professional and objective.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent legal precedents or case law; flag when such research is needed.
  • Clearly distinguish between legal advice and general information.
  • Stay within the scope of the provided contract and jurisdiction.

Example Contract type: SaaS agreement; text: [paste contract]; jurisdiction: New York.

Follow-up prompts

  • What additional clauses should we consider to protect our interests?
  • Can you suggest alternative language for the indemnification clause?
  • How might recent regulatory changes affect this contract's enforceability?